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Hach

2012-02-24T00:17:00.002-05:00

We love this original and limited edition notebooks available via Canadian store Hach.

Based in Vancouver and run by a mother and daughter duo, the boutique of exciting well-made products.

Visit the online store and the blog there.

Cookie's Summer

2012-02-20T09:29:00.000-05:00

Let's give a warm albeit early welcome to Summer with Cookie Ann new collection. The Lille based designer offers a refreshing and colorful sets of ready-to-wear goodies. More here.

Judge a Book by Its Cover

2012-02-10T16:18:00.001-05:00

Baking never looked as yummy and perfect as in this IKEA cookbook. The furniture giant teamed up with swedish agenscy Forsman & Bodenfors and photographer Carl Kleiner for 'Homemade is best' a 140 page coffee-table style cookbook. And we're swoon!
For more visual, visit the agency's page and Kleiner stunning portfolio here.

via FastCoDesign

Sac du jour: alphabet bags™

2012-02-08T22:40:00.000-05:00

Our tote obsession is fully satisfied with these lovely pieces. Thank you alphabet bags™ & Madewell.

The Shining Star

2012-02-07T22:23:00.000-05:00

There are so many reasons why Dilla matters.

He made classics out of classics. He created a distinct sound that is both timeless and soulful.

Undoubtedly, James Yancey's legacy will never to cease to mesmerize and amaze us.

J DILLA - SHOUTS (alt). from jc morice on Vimeo.

Say Cheese!

2012-02-07T09:39:00.002-05:00

1958 | Polaroid, graphic designer Paul Giambarba

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Fashion in motion

2012-01-31T21:04:00.000-05:00

Hard Bookazine

AMAZING! I want to buy this issue of Vogue. German designer Ruben Scupin brings the experience of Vogue to live with paper crafting.

SOURCE

Face à Face

2012-01-28T14:05:00.000-05:00

Net-a-porter | Karl Lagerfeld

Yellow Comptoir

2012-01-25T07:29:00.001-05:00

Yellow is of the essence for this Spring/Summer 2012 Comptoir des Cotonniers lookbook. The ready to wear boho-chic brand offers a very up-beat & trendy collection that follows some of the season's biggest trends: colored jeans, wedge shoes and the almost mandatory color-blocking. We love it!

Sam

And the Oscar goes to...

2012-01-24T17:15:00.001-05:00

Okay so we have not come to that point yet, but take a look at two Canadian animated shorts up for Oscars. Which film do you prefer?

NFB garnered its 71st and 72nd Oscar-nominated film with Sunday by Patrick Doyon, and Wild Life, by Amanda Forbis and Wendy Tilby. Congratulations!

Covergirl: Chanel Iman

2012-01-21T18:40:00.000-05:00

The gorgeous Chanel Iman graces the cover of the February issue of L'Officiel

Peace & Gold

2012-01-17T21:20:00.001-05:00

Gotta love the Interwebs for always bringing forth the most refreshing talents. Created in 2008 by multi-talented designer Camille Peace, PeaceImages Jewelry offers original, gorgeous and affordable handmade jewelry for bling lovers (and more...). Here are some of my favorite pieces, you can shop them here.

Sam

Street

2012-01-14T14:12:00.000-05:00

"Do you know where the clothes you’re wearing today actually came from? Uber-cool handmade marketplace Etsy took to the streets of New York City to ask passersby if they knew where the clothing they were wearing came from and if they even cared. The response is pretty compelling as Etsy pushes forth their cause for handmade goods coming from people you can actually see and speak to. Check out the video while you think to yourself, “do I know where my clothes came from?"

Wake up to Spring with Liya

2012-01-12T13:12:00.000-05:00

H&M loves Liya Kebede and so do we. For this colorful and refreshing Spring lookbook, the Swedish company teamed up once again with the gracious Ethiopian model. We can't wait to get our hands on this 'Wake up to Spring' collection.

Sweet Treats

2012-01-12T12:12:00.000-05:00

Yummy packaging designed by Campbell Hay for Lola.

Lola’s bake hand crafted cupcakes are available at their counters in Mayfair, Topshop, Harrods and Selfridges.

From the Vault

2012-01-06T14:19:00.000-05:00

These are without a doubt the kind of archives we will never get tired of! Ebony Magazine recently launched a Tumblr page featuring an amazing sets of covers and other images from the publication. We can't wait to see more.

Zoologie

2012-01-05T11:18:00.000-05:00

Perfect pets! To celebrate their 100th anniversary the luxury fashion house Maroquinaris Zoologicae has collaborated with artist Billie Achilleos to cut and metaphor 30 beautiful Louis Vuitton bags into charming creatures from small mammals and insects to birds, reptiles and crustaceans. See all about it!

2012

2012-01-03T11:06:00.002-05:00

This year leaps !

2012 Calendar // 366 Days // 366 Drawings
by Matt Hunsberger

Brought to you by the letter K

2011-12-29T19:18:00.007-05:00

Who knew that Diane Keaton had an awesome housewares line? This actress is also a keen interior designer, architectural preservationist, and Los Angeles real estate flipping maven.

I came across her playful pieces during my recent travels to NY. Perfect for mixing and matching, K by Keaton, is available at the highly addictive B ed, Bath and Beyond.

PhotoS: Geoffrey Sokol

Merry + Bright

2011-12-28T15:44:00.000-05:00

Ooops! Is it too late? I forgot to add one of these precious Spartan fold over clutches to my holiday wishlist. In pink pleeeaaasse!

$156

Come to think of it, anything from spartan would be perfect -- from their Good flock fabric cases to their crafted jewelry.

Guest Post: Thanks and Happy Holidays!

2011-12-24T10:26:00.002-05:00

Merry Christmas everyone and thanks for having me on the blog this week! It's been fabulous sharing with you all.

Let's stay connected:

Blog: http://theaudacityofcolor.com/

Twitter: http://twitter.com/AudacityofColor
Tumblr: http://theaudacityofcolor.tumblr.com/

PS: And Thank You Amanda, Tam + Sam

Guest Post: Friday Music Inspiration - Target Demo by Tes-One

2011-12-23T18:23:00.000-05:00

Most Fridays I like to post about music videos, artwork or new albums to download in a section I call Friday Music Inspiration. Music literally moves me and recently it's been a big inspiration on my work. Today I wanted to share a series of portraits of hip-hop legends Tupac and Biggie by Leon "Tes-One" Bedore.

About The Work -- Target Demo: Portraits of the late Tupac Shakur and Christopher Wallace

“Biggie and 2pac will always be examples of how powerful music can be as a medium. Their ability to translate the often grim, inner-city struggles to the masses had them both praised and vilified. Played in the streets and targeted in the media - a marketing plan of rivalry set sights on their friendship, fans and the entire hip-hop community. A senseless tragedy over extraordinary talent, “Target Demo” is my tribute to both men.“

For more info or to buy the limited edition prints, visit the www.rareink.com.

Guest Post: Louboutin and Typography

2011-12-22T13:25:00.001-05:00

Typography and fashion are on my list of favorite things so while these images from the Christian Louboutin store front in London are a couple of months old, I still thought it was worthy of sharing. Designed by Studio XAG in the UK, the inspiration here was the bright lights of Vegas. Brilliant!

via The Window Shopper

Visite Libre: Agyness Deyn

2011-12-22T11:20:00.005-05:00

Sporting an eclectic vibe coupled with vintage flare, Agyness Deyn's Williamsburg loft is most covetable. We are in luck, this artistic beauty has just hit the real estate market in time for Christmas!
Je veux et j'exige.

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Guest Post: Color Palette Series - Man

2011-12-21T12:54:00.000-05:00

As a design student, I'm in tune with how color conveys thought and emotion. I often look at the photography and artwork and break down the colors used in the pieces in a series I curate titled Color Palettes.

This image from New York based photographer Kwesi Abbensett's potrait series titled Man. Kwesi has a wide body of work ranging from editorial spreads to everyday people and places. See more from his portfolio here.

Surprises c'est Chic!

2011-12-20T17:00:00.000-05:00

If like us, you're running late on your Christmas shopping here is an opportunity (dear Canadian readers) you won't want want to miss. Ready-to-wear brand Jacob has a great deal of surprises for us this holiday season. And how does it work, you may ask?
Go here and print out your Christmas stocking. Then stop by one of the locations or simply shop online and you could either win:
a $290,000 in instant prizes to be won at check-out, with your Christmas stocking
or
a chance to win a $10,000 wardrobe for all those who share the contest online. And what's make this deal even better is that for each Christmas stocking brought in store$1 will be donated to Goodwill and Renaissance.
Pretty sweet huh?

Guest Post: Get to know Aya Morrisson

2011-12-20T10:30:00.003-05:00

I'm really drawn to vibrant/colorful patterns and textures. Something about the simple repetition captures my attention. I'm in love with Ghanian designer Aya Morrison's collection of clutches. They make a bold accessory to any outfit and are sure to be a conversation starter.

Aya is also known for her superb line of swimwear. See more from the collections here.

Guest Blogger: Amanda from The Audacity of Color

2011-12-20T10:10:00.000-05:00

What better way to celebrate the holidays then to have blogger Amanda George from The Audacity of Color
join us for a week! If you don't know Amanda's blog, we suggest you add it to your daily read, you'll thank us later.

Hi everyone! My name is Amanda George and I run a design, art and style blog called The Audacity of Color. When I'm not blogging, I'm studying to complete my graphic design portfolio at a private school in NYC and working full-time as a advertising/media strategist at a large Manhattan-based media agency (I'm quite the busy girl these days).

Tam + Sam is one of my favorite blogs, so I'm really excited to be with you this week.

Oh-so Comely

2011-12-16T15:43:00.001-05:00

These delightful illustrations by Joël Penkman are just too sweet to be true.More of the artist's work on his Etsy shop.

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Giveaway: Greeting Cards by Lucky

2011-12-14T15:57:00.000-05:00

Are you looking for some original Holidays greeting cards for your loved ones? Well we've got something for you. Enter to win this set of 4 limited edition greeting cards by Montreal based and talented graphic designer Lucky. All you need to do is leave a comment with your name / email before Friday December 16, 2011 3pm EST

For more info on the designer and her work, peep her website and follow her tumblr.

Paper's Bridesmaid

2011-12-13T15:55:00.001-05:00

Celebrity photographer Jake Chessum gives our fave bridesmaid, Kristen Wiig, the glamour treatment for this Paper Magazine Winter 2012 editorial shoot.

Easy Conversation: Ntjam Rosie

2011-12-12T09:02:00.008-05:00

A beautiful and gifted songstress whose vocals can only be can only be rivaled by her impeccable style, Rotterdam based singer Ntjam Rosie has been under our radar for a while now. The singer who draws inspiration from people like Jill Scott, João Bosco, Madonna -and many more- is also an accomplished songwriter as her latest LP 'elle' proved.
We had a chat and it went a little something like this...

Tell us a little bit about yourself, who is Ntjam Rosie?

I am a singer and a songwriter based in The Netherlands. I have been living here since I was a kid and therefore consider myself a Dutch African (Cameroonian) young woman.

I was born in 1983. Music is my life. I perform it, teach it, compose it, sing it, eat it, and breathe it.

Growing up, what did you want to be?

I wanted to be so many things when I was a kid!! A photographer,philosopher, danser, choreographer, painter, stylist, manager of a cool clothing store, writer, poet, an athlete, an actress...Music was always there, but not in a serious way. Even though I have been singing since I was 14. My parents always thought school was more important. So I somehow did not seriously consider a singing career for myself. I did not have a big voice, it was cute, but not special at the time. One thing was sure though. I would end up in the entertainment business one way or another. That is something I always knew. I also knew my own style would grow and that I would be sharing it with the world.

Describe your creative process, what/who inspires you?

I get inspired by life. My faith in God and his spiritual guidance has a big part in my creative process if not the biggest. Music is one of the holiest things we have here on earth. Therefore I like to make music that is positive, peaceful, cathartic, that heals, feeds and cleanses the soul.So I observe people around me, situations. Life lessons from others can inspire me to write. Not only my own life is a guideline for me. And sometimes the lyrics come first and then the chords or melody. But it can also be the other way around. I pray for the spirit to guide me through the process, and I trust in that. It has never let me down.

What is your personal philosophy?

I am a supporter and believer of originality. Try to bring something new to the table by simply being who God meant for you to be. It's a very simple philosophy. Connect with him, the creator, and find out who you are. There is only one you! So please be yourself.

How would you define your style?

My style is colourful, funky, edgy and very classy at the same time. Above all, my style is my own. I own my style.As an artist it is important for me to have more outlets than music alone to express myself. And one of those outlets is fashion. I love to get crazy funky, super vintage classy, or avant-garde , whatever suits the moment and my mood. I am impulsive with my style.

What projects are you working on these days?

At the moment I am focussed on touring clubs in Holland with my album "elle". For dates please visit my website.Next to that I am getting ready for my next album. Yes, new material!! I am writing a lot on the guitar. I am also taking guitar lessons to improve my playing. Other than that I teach, I am a vocal coach. So I am quite busy with music and I'm loving it!

What's playing in your Ipod these days?

Aaliyah, Aretha Franklin, Asa (Asha), Beyoncé, Billie Holiday, Candi Staton, Chopin, Chrissette Michelle, The Clark Sisters, Coldplay, Corrine Bailey Rae, Debra Laws, Deniece Williams, Destiny's Child, Djavan, Esperanzah Spalding, George Benson, George Duke, Gretchen Parlato, Hillsong Live, Hindi Zahra, Nneka, Jamie Woon, Jill Scott, João Bosco, José Gonzales, Kate Walsh, KING, Lizz Wright, Madonna, Marvin Gaye, Michael Kiwanuka, Mings Pretty Heroes, Minnie Ripperton, Nina Simone, Quadron, Sara Tavares, Sensual, Somi,The Clark Sisters, Vanessa Carlton, Syreeta.

I always have it on shuffle, so everything passes by ;-)

NTJAM Rosie elsewhere...

La Signora BonBon

2011-12-09T16:16:00.000-05:00

Francesca Capellini aka La Signora BonBon is a Paris based visual artist and blogger that creates vintage inspired collages. Capellini's work evoke love, friendship. nostalgia innocence (...). Shop these prints here and while you're at it stop by her blog.

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Tablescape Luxe

2011-12-09T11:05:00.001-05:00

BHLDN

With the holidays just around the corner, behold some fabulous table top inspirations for MERRy holiday brunches and festive dinner parties. bon aPpetit!

Epitome of Cuteness

2011-12-07T16:46:00.000-05:00

Sanrio's latest collaboration with neivz takes the word 'cuteness' to another level. The California based jewelry house teamed up with the Japanese company for a line of products made our of a wood, silver and acrylic paint and featuring some of Sanrio's most iconic characters namely Hello Kitty, Chococat, Keroppi (...) Each piece was handmade at neivz studios in California. We love!

The Littlest Printer that Could

2011-12-07T10:55:00.000-05:00

Little Printer scours the Web on your behalf, assembling the content you care about into designed deliveries a couple of times a day.

Available in 2012.

Sac du Jour

2011-12-06T15:41:00.001-05:00

This is a match made in heaven. We're head over heels for this gorgeous navy blue satchel covered with white polka dots, crafted by none other than British brand Zatchels.

Get a Grip

2011-12-05T10:37:00.026-05:00

Created by Akira Chatani and Ryo Yamada, Gropes is an ingeniously designed unique handmade product perfect for any biking or cycling enthusiast.

Mix and Match
Crafted from high quality, vegetable-tanned Italian leather, Gropes are available in 2 sizes (£25 for short + £39 for long) and come in 8 colours with laces available in 5 playful colours. Our fav combination is the turquoise grope with vivid pink laces.

They currently grace the shelves of London bike shops such as Look Mum No Hands!, Velorution and The Temporium -- a design pop-up shop running from 1st-24th Dec in Seven Dials, Covent Garden. or you may simply order yours online at nonusual.com

Design: Research

2011-12-03T17:46:00.003-05:00

End of Year show

For more information, please visit LCC Postgraduate Shows 2011.

A Very Chance Holiday

2011-12-02T15:09:00.000-05:00

For their holiday lookbook Chance invite you on a beautful boat ride where bright colors and stripes meet. Care to join ?

Keds at OC

2011-12-01T15:48:00.000-05:00

Keds has released its very first ready-to-wear women's clothing line available at Opening Ceremony.
We love the 50's inspired theme and the casual feel of the collection. And obviously the red polka dots dress is a fave!

Love at First Sight

2011-11-30T17:43:00.002-05:00

Special GOLD Edition. Cameras: The Fisheye (US$101.26), Diana F+ (US$138.78) and the Diana Mini ($138.78)

LOMOGRAPHY

Wear your ban.do

2011-11-30T15:34:00.001-05:00

Get in the holiday spirit with these gorgeous hair acessories by ban.do.Shop these and more here.

Animal Farm

2011-11-29T16:42:00.002-05:00

No, this is not a post about George Orwell's masterpiece but about the most charming notebooks by Norwegian design duo Darling Clementine. With a combination of dainty illustrations and soft colors, designers Ingrid Reithaug et Tonje Holand have won our hearts.

Ankara & Lace

2011-11-28T16:12:00.000-05:00

One can have never have too many accessories and after discovering these ' Bold and beautiful' handmade gems by Ankara & Lace, we're sure you guys will agree with us.

Get Schooled: The Alphabet

2011-11-28T15:03:00.000-05:00

Cute alphabet pencil sculptures by Dalton Ghetti

Hand Made by Sammy

2011-11-25T15:34:00.000-05:00

Love these pieces by sammy: hand made in Ethiopia a company that specializes in quality colorful accessories hand-crafted by local Ethiopian artisans.

KISS: Keep It Simple...

2011-11-24T17:11:00.006-05:00


Claridges Hotel \| Designed by construct

Anthropologie in-house art department

Design: Alana McCann and Kathryn B. Fabrizio

Art direction: Carolyn Keer

Photos: A.M. Casey

At Home

2011-11-24T15:14:00.000-05:00

Really tempted to purchase all of these piloow-cases by Etsy seller Amani at Home.

A Visual History of Apple

2011-11-23T12:57:00.000-05:00

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Dusen Dusen

2011-11-22T13:18:00.000-05:00

Swoon by these dresses from Dusen Dusen's Fall 2011 collection. Brooklyn-based designer Ellen Van Dusen's great eye for fresh & geometrical patterns makes her works even more exciting.

Shop these and the rest of the collection here.

Do Something!

2011-11-21T13:31:00.002-05:00

The good folks at The Mill via their Prosterity project (which is part of the 50/50 Initiative), have designed a series of posters to raise awereness and some much-needed donations for the relief effort in East Africa.
Cope one of the stunning designs here and help make a difference.

Saturdays

2011-11-19T07:06:00.000-05:00

Winter may be around the corner but some of us are still lusting for sun and sand. Saturdays surf shop for men exudes a sense of laissez-faire and relaxing lifestyle.

Saturdays Surf NYC

Nolita, NYC

United Colors

2011-11-18T13:02:00.000-05:00

Berlin-based uslu airlines specializes in high-end make-up and nail-care products.
Don't you want each and everyone of these?

Ted Muehling

2011-11-18T12:24:00.002-05:00

The organic nature design of Ted Muehlings accessories, jewelry and decorative objects in silver, bronze, porcelain and glass. Manhattan, NYC

Three Medals

2011-11-17T16:20:00.000-05:00

Quo Vadis's signature Habana notebook will be a holiday hit with these gold, silver & bronze covers.

Let There Be Light

2011-11-17T10:50:00.034-05:00

Investing in a spectacular luminescent sculpture that provides the essential light and stylistic beauty while breathing life into any barren space, is a tall order. From stunning reading and brilliant desk lamps to gleaming chandeliers, here are some of the most desired brightest stars that combine form with function.

Daedalus & Icarus


Selene Suspension Lamp by Sandra Lindner

GLOBE TANGLED BY ARTECNICA

Dorice | Karim Rashid

Sac du Jour

2011-11-16T14:56:00.000-05:00

From the LACOSTE L!VE x Cool Cats Capsule collection.
ps: We love So Me

From Russia with Love

2011-11-16T14:50:00.000-05:00

Delicately beautiful and romantic inspiration for Russian designer Ulyana Sergeenko'sFall-Winter 2011-2012 collection.
More of the lookbook here.

Creme de la Creme

2011-11-16T11:47:00.008-05:00

The best of anthropologie--past and present.

Brillant Bijoux

2011-11-15T13:56:00.000-05:00

Costume jewelry is cool with Kenneth Jay Lane's
vintage inspired Swarovski crystal-encrusted gems.

Penguin Threads

2011-11-14T14:49:00.000-05:00

Penguin recently teamed up with illustrator Jillian Tamaki for a series deluxe edition of some literature classics.
Each original cover was hand each stiched by the artist and Penguin chose to offer its readers sculptural-embossed covers to better reflect of that one of a kind technique.

RE: A Blog'Anniversary Giveaway

2011-11-14T11:27:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Al & Nicole for winning our Blog'Anniversary Giveaway!

Shea Treasure

2011-11-04T16:03:00.002-04:00

Loving the West-African wax inspired packaging for this limited edition shea butter line by L’Occitane. Shop the entore line and so much more here.

via Afrosomething

Arch of Colours

2011-11-03T12:03:00.000-04:00

Love Triangle

2011-11-03T00:47:00.003-04:00

We recently discovered these lovely leather triangle necklaces by Atelier Krapoutchic, a Paris-based brand founded by jewelry designer Lucie Wozniak.Get yours here or there

A Blog'Anniversary Giveaway

2011-11-01T13:44:00.001-04:00

As most of you already know TAM+SAM, turned 3 last week and to mark this, we teamed up with two awesome partners, TASCHEN and vintage jewelry brand La Raffinerie, for a giveaway to thank our very special readers.

So how does it work ?

For a chance to win a copy of 'Helmut Newton, Polaroids' or this beautiful 'Panama' necklace, leave a comment with the answer to the following question:

Who's the French designer who was interviewed on TAM+SAM earlier this year ?

You have until Thursday November 10, 6:00pm EDT to enter.
We will announce the 2 winners the following day.

Good Luck!

T + S

Trick or Treat

2011-10-31T12:34:00.000-04:00

Precious

2011-10-28T16:15:00.000-04:00

These are but a few of the stunning home decorative painting styles that Bartsch Paris has to offer. Although the company specializes in custom made children's interior, most of us will agree that this is an all-age affair. The colors, the patterns, the clouds, the dots...We're swoon!

Thank You, Merci, Obrigado

2011-10-28T13:15:00.000-04:00

1 Blog + 2 Girls = 3 Amazing Years filled with Beautiful Imagery & Words. Thank You.

PS: On Monday October 31, we will announce our 3 Year Anniversary Giveaway, so stay tuned, you're gonna love this one...

Beautiful Crown

2011-10-26T16:04:00.000-04:00

Photography by Jeremy Rice

Beautiful songstress Shingai Shoniwa of Noisettes fame has teamed up with hat designers Katherine Elizabeth for an exciting capsule collection. With names like 'Shini', 'Numa' 'Ittis' & 'Ireni' each piece offers an aesthetically pleasing design that will surely add some spice to your oufit! What you say ?

via Pillow

Clé de Soul

2011-10-26T10:56:00.002-04:00

Until November 26 the ultra trendy Galerie LJ is hosting 'Clé de Soul' a show featuring works (paintings & more) by visual artist Supakitch. Originally from Montpellier, this Brooklyn resident is a multi-faceted artist who creates music for the eye ("musique pour les yeux") with his paintbrush or a spray can. We love his intricate use of hues and the universe he creates with each piece.

For more info on the artist, visit his official page and while you're at it, check out METROPLASTIQUE, the project him and his wife graffiti artist Koralie have developed.

What? 'Clé de Soul' (Supatich first Parisian show)
Where? Galerie LJ, 12 rue Commines, Paris 3e (France)
When? 22 octobre - 26 novembre 2011

Just in case

2011-10-25T11:19:00.000-04:00

Gorgeous pattern, colors and texture for these Henrik Vibskov Nepal Laptop cases.
Available via YMC

Trendy & Traditional

2011-10-24T16:16:00.000-04:00

New York based designer Loza Maléombho is back with a fresh and exciting Spring Summer 2012 Collection. Born in Brazil of Ivorian and Centrafrican parents, Loza Maléombho's create pieces that reflect of a wide array of influences and cultures and, we love it.

More on Loza Maléombho here and there.

Wool and the Kids

2011-10-21T15:38:00.000-04:00

Wool and The Gang has just released its new collection of knitting sets for the young ones and each kit comes bearing 2 balls of yarn , a pair of wooden needles, a pattern and a sewing needle.
Peep this promo video by New York based director extraordinaire Jake Davis...

Jake Davis Test Shots: Lulu from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

And shop it for yourself, niece, nephew, godchild, daughter and or son (...) here

Violette

2011-10-20T11:19:00.000-04:00

Creative talent, Vashtie Kola, recently unveiled her Fall 2011 collection. The style boasts an edginess topped off with a Caribbean flair. What's not to love? Check out Violette.

p.S: Read up on our past Easy Conversation with her.

Sac du jour

2011-10-19T22:55:00.000-04:00

Red, Gold & Black, this leather satchel from Asos we fancy.

Art for the Wall

2011-10-18T23:55:00.000-04:00

Both of us are always on the lookout for some artwork to decorate our walls and these adorable poster have certainly caught our attention! What say you?

You can order them via sparkle power.

PS: Thank you Etsy

Holst & Lee

2011-10-17T16:01:00.000-04:00

Holst & Lee are a New York based duo that creates bold and colorful rope accessories. With the rope necklaces craze these days, we're really fond of the way designers Nathalie Holst and Rochelle Lee combine colors, textures and material and turn each piece into an original jewel.

Twenty Seven

2011-10-14T07:14:00.000-04:00

We know we might be a tad late on this one, as this pictures were taken last August, but we had to share them with you! For their Fall / Winter 2011 presentation, Twenty-Seven Names offered an exquisite blend of fashion and visual art where the background mirrored the pattern and fabric of the clothes.For more on this creative fashion label out of New Zealand, go here

Judge a Book by Its Cover

2011-10-13T19:38:00.000-04:00

Amazingly beautiful book designs

The Book COVER ARCHIVE

Plan ahead

2011-10-12T07:42:00.001-04:00

With the new year right around the corner, most of us have already started shopping around for ways and this set of watercolor and letterpress calendars by Linda & Harriet might just be what we've been looking for They are gorgeous and 2012 will surely look good with them.

Linda & Harriet was founded 4 years by couple Linda and John Libre as a stationery and custom design hub. For more info on their beautiful products or to order your calendar, go here

I'm Back

2011-10-11T11:08:00.000-04:00

What’s your sign?

2011-10-08T11:23:00.027-04:00

Pure cuteness, astrological stamps for Canada Post. Reasons to post a letter...

NOTE: Unfortunately they are not all availabe yet :(

but we will let you know as they come up. Stay posted.

“We wanted to design a series with a strong aesthetic value, but also develop it on multiple levels to bring depth and relevance to each stamp issue in the series.” Gagnon adds, “We hope collectors will enjoy discovering all the attributes of the entire series over the years.”

Paprika Design’s Creative Director and Associate Louis Gagnon

Judge A Mixtape By Its Cover

2011-10-06T23:15:00.000-04:00

With The Smoov’ II, graphic designer turned mixmaster Darien Victor Birks delivers yet another soulful & upbeat mixtape. An awesome soundtrack that will surely spark your creativity.
Download it here.

Black & White

2011-10-05T13:40:00.000-04:00

For British fashion house Burberry Fall/Winter 2012 is Black & White. Less is Really More.

images via WAD

NewsStand

2011-10-04T23:39:00.000-04:00

Here are some of the magazines we've recently purchased. What are magazines are you reading these days?

1.Vogue Enfants ( found in the Metro in Paris) | 2.Block Magazine
3.T Magazine, Fall Design Issue | 4. Rue Magazine 1st Anniversary Issue

Don't cry

2011-10-03T16:25:00.000-04:00

How adorable are these whale-shaped tissue holders?! You cand find more of these on this Etsy shop

via Paulette

Hello Pretty

2011-10-01T23:28:00.001-04:00

Pretty Liberty prints x hello kitty. Sweetness!

Mustard Seed

2011-09-30T15:41:00.000-04:00

Plant a mustard seed and this is what you get. Trust us.

1.Yvonne Yvonne pour André, Small bag | 2.Holga 120 N- Holgawood Collection - Sunset Blvd
3.Topshop, Yellow Mustard Loafers | 4. Archie Grand Notebook | 5. Present & Correct,Homework Pencil case | 6.Earrings

J'aime ma bicyclette

2011-09-29T10:56:00.000-04:00

Straight from Nature

2011-09-28T15:57:00.000-04:00

We love the straight-to-the-point slogan and philosophy of this all natural cosmetics line that offers natural products straight from nature. No artificial scents, colors or preservative, a re-usable bottle made out of biodegradable elements, that's what the german brand has in store for us; and we love it.

For more info on 'STOP THE WATER WHILE USING ME' go here.

Ink on Paper

2011-09-27T09:37:00.002-04:00

Always on the lookout for the most original paper goods, we were delighted to discover Inky Co, an Australian brand that specializes in stationary, wrapping paper (and more). These multi-color stripes and polka-dots over brown paper notebooks are part of a limited edition collection available here.

Blue like Jazz

2011-09-26T14:58:00.002-04:00

Check out this series of images by illustrator Oliver Barrett featuring Jazz icons Max Roach , Thelonius Monk, John Coltrane, Miles Davis (Charlie Parker, Charles Mingus).
Order these and more here.

Ozwald's Safari

2011-09-23T14:30:00.000-04:00

With Ozwald Boateng, Spring / Summer 2012 is a Safari; a Safari that the designer and his family took in Kenya. As usual with Boateng's collections, we love the classic attention to details, the beautiful use of color and the unique elegance Boateng and his brand embody. And this lookbook shot by photographer Jimmy Hansen is perfect.

Meet Your Type

2011-09-22T07:12:00.002-04:00

The FontShop has created the perfect educational guide. From the dos and donts to type selection this cheeky informative piece makes learning about typography playful.

Why settle for casual flirtation when looking for a long-lasting relationship? Finding the perfect match is easy if you know the rules. Meet Your Type will help you overcome common obstacles, and keep your heart thumping for your one true love: typography.

+ More typographie guides

Love Socks

2011-09-21T16:24:00.000-04:00

Archiduchesse makes socks. Red ones, yellow ones, short ones and confortable ones. We urge you to visit their ultra-cool website where you will inevitably get lost in this multi-hued sock paradise.

Your feet will thank us later.

A Sober Fall

2011-09-20T16:11:00.001-04:00

Studio Sober's Autumn / Winter 2011-2012 collection is chic, elegant and... sober.
For this second collection, the young Dutch brand once again offers a selection of high quality clothes made out of wool, cotton and silk, with a nostalgic feel. And we're particularly fond of the autumnal palette that the designers have chosen.

Easy Conversation: Julia Vallelunga

2011-09-19T15:55:00.000-04:00

JuliaVallelunga embodies the true spirit of a creative entrepreneur. At 30years old , this young women is not only one of Montreal top bloggers with À la mode Montréal, but she’s also a talented jewelry makerand her latest collection of necklaces for Anthropologie can only attest to that.

We had a chat with her and it went a little something like this.

Tell us a bit about yourself, who is Julia Vallelunga?
I’m a 30 years old jewellery designer / fashion blogger. I grow up in beautiful Montreal in an half Italian, half French-Canadian family. Beside designing jewelry, I love travelling and having my friends over for dinner.
When did you start creating jewelry? When I was a kid, I used to create jewelry and expose it in my room but it was just for fun. I had no idea that I would become a jewelry designer! I started three years ago and I’ve been doing it full time for a year now.

Tell us about your creative process? Who / what inspires you?
I usually start sketching what I want my collection to look like. Then I start making the samples. At that point, my idea usually evolved and the entire collection starts making sense. My travels inspire me. I like looking at traditional costumes and old pictures.

Growing up what did you want to be / do? I wanted to be a diplomat! I studied in Economics and Politics at l’Université de Montréal. I didn’t end up being a diplomat but I worked as a lobbyist in Brussels and worked closely with them. I also worked as a business adviser for start-ups. It’s with working with entrepreneur that I realized I was one.

Who are some of the artists who've influenced your work? Everytimes I looked at Frida Kahlo work, I get inspired. I love the mix of colors.

How did your collaboration with Anthropologie come about? Are you working on any other projects? I just sent them an email! I wasn’t really expecting an answer but I got an answer an 1 hour after I sent it. It was a great collaboration. I did 200 necklaces for them. I hope to have the chance to repeat the experience. I’m working on it!

What's playing on your Ipod these days?
Devendra Banhart, love his song Shabop Shalom.

Julia Vallelunga elsewhere...

Covergirl: Carine Roitfeld

2011-09-17T08:42:00.000-04:00

Carine Roitfeld shot by Terry Richardson for i-D Magazine.